1989 Honda Integra vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 945 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
